SYSTEM MANUAL
11/2023Edition
ET 200SP Distributed I/O System
ET 200SP
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SIMATIC
System overview
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5.1 What is the SIMATIC ET200SP distributed I/O system?
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SIMATIC ET 200SP
SIMATIC ET200SP is a scalable and highly flexible distributed I/O system for connecting
process signals to a higher-level controller via a fieldbus.
Customer benefits of the system
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5.1 What is the SIMATIC ET200SP distributed I/O system?
Area of application
Thanks to its multifunctionality, the SIMATIC ET 200SP distributed I/O system is suitable for a
wide range of applications. Its scalable design allows you to tailor your configuration to local
requirements. Various CPUs/interface modules are available for connection to PROFINET IO,
PROFIBUS DP, EtherNet/IP or Modbus TCP.
SIMATIC ET 200SP with CPU allows intelligent pre-processing to relieve the higher-level
controller. The CPU can also be used as standalone device.
By using fail-safe CPUs, you can implement applications for safety engineering. Configuration
and programming of your safety program takes place the same way as for standard CPUs.
An extensive range of I/O modules extends the area of application of the ET 200SP system.
SIMATIC ET200SP is designed with degree of protection IP20 and is intended for installation
in a control cabinet.
With use of an ET 200SP R1, you increase the availability of the system through redundant
interface modules.
Configuration
The SIMATIC ET200SP distributed I/O system is installed on a mounting rail. It consists of:
CPU/interface module
Up to 64I/O modules, which can be plugged into BaseUnits in any combination
Up to 31motor starters
A server module that completes the configuration of the ET200SP.
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Configuration example
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Reference identification label
CPU/interface module
Light-colored BaseUnit BU..D with infeed of supply voltage
Dark-colored BaseUnits BU..B for conducting the potential group further
BaseUnit for motor starters
Potential distributor module
Ex BaseUnit for Ex power module
Ex BaseUnit for Ex I/O module
Server module (included in the scope of supply of the CPU/interface module)
Ex I/O module
Ex power module
ET 200SP motor starter
I/O module
Figure 5-2Configuration example of the ET200SP
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5.1 What is the SIMATIC ET200SP distributed I/O system?
5.2 What are fail-safe automation systems and fail-safe modules?
Fail-safe automation systems
Fail-safe automation systems (F-systems) are used in systems with higher safety
requirements. F-systems control processes and ensure that they are in a safe state
immediately after shutdown. In other words, F-systems control processes in which an
immediate shutdown does not endanger persons or the environment.
Safety Integrated
Safety Integrated is the integrated safety concept for automation and drive technology from
Siemens.
Proven technologies and systems from automation technology are used for safety systems.
Safety Integrated includes the complete safety sequence, ranging from sensor, actuator and
fail-safe modules right through to the controller, including safety-related communication via
standard fieldbuses. Drives and controllers handle safety tasks in addition to their actual
functions.
Fail-safe modules
The key difference between fail-safe modules (F-modules) and standard modules is that they
have an internal two-channel design. This means the two integrated processors monitor each
other, automatically test the input and output circuits, and switch the fail-safe module to a
safe state in the event of a fault.
The F-CPU communicates with a fail-safe module via the safety-related PROFIsafe bus profile.
Fail-safe motor starters
Fail-safe motor starters enable safety-related tripping of motor loads. Fail-safe motor starters
are not PROFIsafe nodes. Motor starters operate together with the fail-safe modules of the
ET 200SP system.
Area of application of ET200SP with fail-safe I/O modules
By using the ET200SP distributed I/O system with fail-safe I/O modules, you are replacing
conventional safety engineering configurations. This includes the replacement of switching
devices for emergency STOP, protective door monitors, two-hand operation, etc.
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5.3 How are SIMATIC Safety F-systems structured with ET 200SP?
SIMATIC Safety F-system with ET200SP
The figure below shows an example of a configuration for a SIMATIC Safety F-system with
ET200SP distributed I/O system and PROFINETIO. You can configure the PROFINETIO lines
with copper cable, fiber-optic cable or WLAN.
Fail-safe I/O modules and non-fail-safe I/O modules can be combined in an ET200SP
configuration.
The fail-safe IO controller (F-CPU) exchanges safety-related and non-safety-related data with
fail-safe and non-fail-safe ET200SP modules.
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Fail-safe ET200SP I/O modules
The following fail-safe I/O modules are available for the ET200SP distributed I/O system:
Fail-safe power modules are used to supply the potential group load voltage and for the
safety-related tripping of the load voltage for non-fail-safe output modules.
Fail-safe digital input modules detect the signal states of safety-related sensors and send
the relevant safety frames to the F-CPU.
Fail-safe digital output modules are suitable for safety-related shutdown procedures with
short circuit and cross-circuit protection up to the actuator.
ET 200SP fail-safe motor starters
Fail-safe motor starters are suitable for safety-related tripping of motor loads.
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5.3 How are SIMATIC Safety F-systems structured with ET 200SP?
Example of a configuration with fail-safe I/O modules
Interface module
Light-colored BaseUnit BU..D with infeed of supply voltage
Dark-colored BaseUnits BU..B for conducting the potential group further
I/O module
Server module (ships with the interface module)
Fail-safe I/O modules
BusAdapter
Mounting rail
Reference identification label
Figure 5-4Example of a configuration of the ET200SP with fail-safe I/O modules
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Hardware and software requirements
Fail-safe modules ET200SP are supported by IM155-6PNST interface modules as of firmware
V1.1.1, IM155-6PNHF as of firmware V2.0, IM155-6PNHS as of firmware V4.0 and
IM155-6DPHF as of firmware V1.0.
You require the STEP7 Safety Advanced option package, V12 or higher including HSP54, for
configuration and programming of the ET200SP fail-safe modules with the SIMATIC Safety
fail-safe system.
You require the F-Configuration Pack V5.5 SP10 or later for configuring and programming the
ET200SP failsafe modules with the Distributed Safety failsafe system.
You require the F-Configuration Pack V5.5 SP12 or later for configuring and programming the
ET200SP failsafe modules with the F/FH Systems failsafe system.
ET200SP fail-safemotor startersare supported by interface modules IM155‑6PNBA,
firmware V3.2 or higher, IM155-6PNST, firmware V3.1 or higher, IM155-6PNHF, firmware
V3.1 or higher and IM155-6DPHF firmware V3.0 or higher.
You require SIMATIC Step 7 V14 or higher for configuration and programming of ET200SP
fail-safe motor starters. The F-Configuration Pack is not needed for configuration and
programming of the ET200SP fail-safe motor starter.
NOTE
Configuration ofET200SP motor starters, SIMATICStep7V13 or higher, is possible with a
GSD file (GSDML).
Use in safety mode only
Safety mode is the F-I/O operating mode that allows safety-related communication using
safety frames.
Safety mode of motor starters is characterized by the fail-safedigital input(F‑DI) and
availability of the 24V power supply.
You can only use the ET200SP fail-safe I/O modules in safety mode. They cannot be used in
non-fail-safe mode.
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5.3 How are SIMATIC Safety F-systems structured with ET 200SP?
Achievable safety classes
The fail-safe modules are equipped with integrated safety functions for safety mode.
You can achieve the safety classes of the table below:
With the appropriate parameter assignment of the safety functions in STEP7
With a specific combination of fail-safe and non-fail-safe I/O modules
With a special arrangement and wiring of the sensors and actuators
Table 5-1Safety classes that can be achieved with ET200SP in safety mode
Safety class in safety mode
According to IEC 61508 According to ISO 13849-1
SIL2 Category 3 (PL) Performance Level d
SIL3 Category 3 (PL) Performance Level e
SIL3 Category 4 (PL) Performance Level e
More information
You will find the use cases and wiring for the relevant safety class in the manuals of the fail-
safe I/Os and the fail-safe motor starters.
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5.4 Components
Overview of ET 200SP modules and accessories
NOTE
A complete overview of the ET 200SP modules and accessories is available in the Product
information on documentation of the ET 200SP distributed I/O system
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/de/de/view/73021864/en).
Basic components of the ET200SP distributed I/O system
Table 5-2Basic components of the ET200SP
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Mounting rail in accord
ance with EN60715
The mounting rail is the rack of the ET200SP dis
tributed I/O system. You install the ET200SP sys
tem on the mounting rail. The mounting rail is
35mm high.
SIMATIC system rail The system rail is the mounting rack of the
ET200SPR1 distributed I/O system. The
ET200SPR1 system must be installed on the sys
tem rail. You can also mount all other interface
modules on the system rail to improve the stability
of the system.
CPU/Fail-safe CPU The (F) CPU:
Runs the user program. The F-CPU also runs
the safety program.
Can be used as an IO controller or I-Device on
PROFINET IO or as a standalone CPU
Links the ET200SP to the IO devices or the IO
controller
Exchanges data with the I/O modules via the
backplane bus.
Additional CPU functions:
Communication via PROFIBUS DP (the CPU can
be used as a DP master or DP slave in combina
tion with the CMDP communication module)
Integrated Web server
Integrated technology
Integrated trace functionality
Integrated system diagnostics
Integrated safety
Safety mode (when using fail-safe CPUs)
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Communication module
CMDP
The communication module CMDP
Connects the CPU with PROFIBUSDP
The bus connection is an RS485 interface.
Interface module for
PROFINETIO
The interface module:
Can be used as IO device on PROFINETIO
Links the ET200SP with the IO controller
Exchanges data with the I/O modules via the
backplane bus.
Interface module for
MultiFieldbus
The interface module:
Use as IO device on PROFINETIO
Links the ET200SP with the IO controller
Links the ET200SP via EtherNet/IP
Links the ET200SP via Modbus TCP
Exchanges data with the I/O modules via the
backplane bus
You can find more information about MultiField
bus in the MultiFieldbus Function Manual
(https://support.industry.siemens.
com/cs/ww/en/view/109773209) and in the Inter
face Module IM 155-6 MF HF Equipment Manual
(https://support.industry.siemens.
com/cs/ww/en/view/109773210).
Interface module for
PROFIBUSDP
The interface module:
Can be used as DP slave on PROFIBUS DP
Links the ET200SP with the DP master
Exchanges data with the I/O modules via the
backplane bus.
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Interface modules and
BaseUnit BU typeM0 for
redundant connection
The ET200SPR1 system:
Use as redundant IO device on PROFINETIO
Connects the ET200SP to the IO controller
Exchanges data with the I/O modules via the
backplane bus.
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The BusAdapters allow free selection of the con
nection technology for PROFINETIO. The follow
ing versions are available for PROFINET CPU/inter
face modules:
For standard RJ45 connector (BA2×RJ45)
For direct connection of the bus cable
(BA2×FC)
For standard M12connector (D-coded) with
screw-type terminal or plug-in push-pull ver
sion (BA 2xM12)
For POF/PCF fiber-optic cable (BA 2xSCRJ)
As media converter for POF/PCF fiber-optic
cable ⇔ standard RJ45 plug (BA SCRJ/RJ45)
As media converter for POF/PCF fiber-optic
cable ⇔ direct connection of the bus cable (BA
SCRJ/FC)
For glass fiber-optic cable (BA 2xLC)
As media converter for glass fiber-optic cable
⇔ standard RJ45 plug (BA LC/RJ45)
As media converter for glass fiber-optic cable
⇔ direct connection of the bus cable (BA
LC/FC)
For single-mode fiber-optic cable with maxim
um length of 20km (BA 2xLC-LD, long dis
tance)
As media converter for glass fiber-optic cable
with an LC plug connector ⇔ standard RJ45
connector (BA LC-LD/RJ45)
As media converter for glass fiber-optic cable
with an LC plug connector ⇔ standard M12
plug or M12 push-pull connector (BA
LC-LD/M12)
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For mixed ET200SP/ET200AL configuration, you
require the BusAdapter BA-Send 1xFC
(plugged into the BaseUnit BU-Send). Connect the
bus cable for ET-Connection to the BusAdapter
BA-Send 1xFC.
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BaseUnit The BaseUnits provide the electrical and mechan
ical connection of the ET200SP modules. Place
the I/O modules or the motor starter onto the
BaseUnits.
Suitable BaseUnits are available in each case for
the different requirements. You can find addition
al information in section Selecting the BaseUnit
for I/O modules (Page 84).
Ex BaseUnit You need the following BaseUnits for an Ex mod
ule group:
Ex BaseUnit for Ex power module
Ex BaseUnit for Ex I/O module
BaseUnit ET200SPR1 Connects the IM 155-6 PN R1 redundant interface
modules to the backplane bus.
It enables data exchange with the I/O modules.
Note:
Interface modules cannot be plugged in if the sup
ply voltage connector is plugged in.
Only use BusAdapters of the same type.
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PotDis-BaseUnit potential
distributor module
You use the potential distributor module to dis
tribute a variety of potentials (P1, P2). This allows
you to implement a multi-cable connection
without external terminals with 16-channel digital
modules.
The assembly has two parts:
If you need additional potential terminals, plug
a PotDis-TerminalBlock in the PotDis-BaseUnit.
Alternatively, plug a BU cover (15mm) on the
PotDis-BaseUnit.
With potential distributor modules, you may only
connect to the PotDis-TB versions BR-W and n.c.-G
potential, which exceed the voltage level of
SELV/PELV. Other SELV/PELV potential groups
should be separated with light-colored PotDis BUs.
Suitable PotDis-BaseUnits are available in each
case for the different requirements. You can find
additional information in section Selecting a
PotDis-BaseUnit (Page 90).
PotDis-TerminalBlock If you need additional potential terminals for a
PotDis-BaseUnit, plug a PotDis-TerminalBlock in
the PotDis-BaseUnit.
Voltages greater than SELV/PELV are only permit
ted for the PO PotDis-TBs BR (bridged) and NC (not
connected). The same applies to PE. Voltages at
the terminals of the PotDis modules connected to
the P1/P2 rails must not be greater than
SELV/PELV.
Suitable PotDis-TerminalBlocks are available in
each case for the different requirements. You can
find additional information in section Selecting a
PotDis-TerminalBlock (Page 91).
Fail-safe power module The fail-safe power module allows the safety-
related shutdown of digital output modules / fail-
safe digital output modules.
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Ex power module The Ex power module supplies the downstream Ex
I/O modules via the power bus on the Ex BaseUnit
of the Ex power module. An Ex BaseUnit is
required for installing the Ex power module.
I/O module / Fail-safe I/O
module/
Ex I/O module
The I/O module determines the function at the ter
minals. The controller detects the current process
state via the connected sensors and actuators, and
triggers the corresponding reactions. I/O modules
are divided into the following module types:
Digital input (DI, F-DI, Ex-DI)
Digital output (DQ, F‑DQ PM, F-DQ PP, F‑RQ,
Ex-DQ)
Analog input (AI, F-AI, Ex-AI)
Analog output (AQ, Ex-AQ)
Technology module (TM, F-TM-C)
Communication module (CM)
Power module (F-PM-E)
Motor starter/fail-safe
motor starter
The motor starter is a switching and protection
device for 1-phase and 3-phase loads.
The motor starter is available as a direct-on-line
and reversing starter.
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Vale terminal AirLINE SP
type 8647 (Bürkert
GmbH & Co. KG)
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Basic component:
Valve terminal AirLINE SP type 8647 (Bürkert). For
more information on the AirLINE SP, type 8647
(e.g. data sheet and operating instructions),
please contact Bürkert
(https://www.burkert.co.uk/en/type/8647) directly.
Function:
Valve terminals are common in industrial automa
tion and are used as pilot valves for controlling
pneumatic actuators, for example in areas of the
food, pharmaceutical and water treatment indus
tries. The ET200SP in combination with the
AirLINESP, type 8647 from Bürkert provides a uni
versal interface between process and plant control
that enables the flexible, modular configuration of
pilot valves and I/O modules. The valve terminal
can also be fitted to the base of the control cabin
et with the help of the AirLINE Quick Adapter. This
further reduces the space required in the control
cabinet and considerably simplifies installation of
the pneumatic system.
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BU cover Insert the BU cover on the BaseUnits:
Whose slots are not equipped with I/O mod
ules/ motor starters//PotDis-TerminalBlocks
Whose slots have been reserved for future
expansion (as empty slots).
You can keep a reference identification label for
the planned I/O module inside the BU cover.
There are three versions:
For BaseUnits with a width of 15mm
For BaseUnits/Ex BaseUnits with a width of
20mm
For BaseUnits of motor starters with a width of
30mm
Server module The server module completes the configuration of
the ET200SP. The server module includes holders
for 3 spare fuses (5×20mm).
The server module ships with the CPU/interface
module and is available as spare part.
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Coding element The coding element codes the I/O module with
the BaseUnit.
There are two versions:
Mechanical coding element
: Ensures the
coding
Electronic coding element
: This version
also has an electronic, rewritable memory for
module-specific configuration data (such as
the F-destination address for fail-safe modules,
parameter data for the IO link master).
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Accessories of the ET200SP distributed I/O system
Table 5-3Accessories of the ET200SP
Accessories Function Figure
24VDC connector Application of the 24VDC supply to the con
nector, and connection, e.g. to the CPU/inter
face module/Ex power module.
The 24VDC connector is available as a spare
part.
Shield connection The shield connection allows the low-imped
ance contacting of cable shields with minimum
installation times.
Labeling strips Attach the labeling strips to the modules for
system-specific labeling of the ET200SP distrib
uted I/O system. The labeling strips can be prin
ted.
The labeling strips can be ordered as accessories
(Page 339) on a roll for thermal transfer printers
or as DIN A4 format sheets for laser printers.
Reference identification
labels
The labels enable the reference identification
labeling of the ET200SP components.
The labels can be ordered on a mat for thermal
transfer and inkjet printers as accessories (Page
339).
Color identification labels The color identification labels are module-spe
cific and can be ordered for the process termin
als, AUX terminals and additional terminals as
accessories (Page 339).
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Accessories of the SIMATIC ET200SP motor starters
Table 5-4SIMATIC ET200SP motor starter accessories
Accessories Function Figure
3DI/LC module The optional 3DI/LC module has three digital
inputs and one LC input. For reasons of opera
tional safety, input LC is permanently set to
manual local mode. By parameterizing the
inputs DI1 - DI3 with motor CLOCKWISE or
motor COUNTER-CLOCKWISE, you can control
the motor in manual local mode.
The functions of the 3DI/LC module are not rel
evant to functional safety.
Detailed information on the functions when
using a 3DI/LC module can be found in the
Manual
(https://support.industry.siemens.
com/cs/ww/en/view/109479973).
Mechanical bracket for
BaseUnit
Use the mechanical bracket for additional fixing
of the motor starter. You can use the mechanic
al bracket on 7.5mm and 15mm mounting
rails.
Infeed bus cover For finger-safe termination of the infeed bus,
use the cover.
Fan You can use the motor starter at higher ambient
temperatures if a fan is installed.
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Overview
The BaseUnits (BU) are classified according to different types. Every BaseUnit type is
distinguished by characteristics that match certain I/O modules and motor starters (see the
following table and graphics).
You recognize the BU type for an I/O module by the last two digits of an I/O module's article
number.
The BU type onto which you can plug the respective I/O module is printed on the I/O modules.
You can therefore read which BU type you need straight from the I/O module (see Factory
labels (Page 171) (page 122)).
Example: On the output module DQ16x24VDC/0.5AST with article number
6ES7132-6BH01-0BA0 the information "BU: A0" is printed. This means you can plug this I/O
module into a BaseUnit of BU type "A0", which means any BaseUnit whose article number
ends in "A0". I/O modules that are suitable for two BU types are labeled accordingly, for
example "BU: A0, A1".
NOTE
You will find a complete module overview of the ET 200SP distributed I/O system and an
overview of possibilities of combining BaseUnits and I/O modules/motor starters in the
Product information for documentation of the ET 200SP distributed I/O system
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/de/de/view/73021864/en).
NOTE
Use of Ex modules
If you are using Ex I/O modules for the connection of intrinsically safe devices from Zone 0 or
Zone 1 in the ET 200SP configuration, observe the information for plant planning in the
System Manual ET200SPHA Distributed I/O system / ET200SP Modules for devices used in an
explosion hazardous environment
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/de/view/109795533/en).
Table 6-1Selecting a suitable BaseUnit for interface modules
Examples of suitable interface modules for BU
types
Select BaseUnit Interface module
(example)
Interface module
(example)
BaseUnit
BU typeM0 Interface module
6ES7...M0
24VDC
100mm wide
IM155‑6PNR1
(6ES7155-6AU00-0HM0)
BU
(6ES7193-6BR00-0HM0)